Practical Power System Operation / IEEE Series on Power Engineering (PDF)

Power system operation from an operator's
perspective

Power systems are operated with the primary objectives of
safety, reliability, and efficiency. Practical Power System
Operation is the first book to provide a comprehensive picture
of power system operation for both professional engineers and
students alike. The book systematically describes the
operator's functions, the processes required to operate the
system, and the enabling technology solutions deployed to
facilitate the processes. In his book, Dr. Ebrahim Vaahedi, an
expert practitioner in the field, presents a holistic review
of:

* The current state and workings of power system operation

* Problems encountered by operators and solutions to remedy the
problems

* Individual operator functions, processes, and the enabling
technology solutions

* Deployment of real-time assessment, control, and optimization
solutions in power system operation

* Energy Management Systems and their architecture

* Distribution Management Systems and their architecture

* Power system operation in the changing energy industry
landscape and the evolving technology solutions

Because power system operation is such a critical function
around the world, the consequences of improper operation range from
financial repercussions to societal welfare impacts that put
people's safety at risk. Practical Power System
Operation includes a step-by-step illustrated guide to the
operator functions, processes, and decision support tools that
enable the processes. As a bonus, it includes a detailed review of
the emerging technology and operation solutions that have evolved
over the last few years. Written to the standards of higher
education and university curriculums, Practical Power System
Operation has been classroom tested for excellence and is a
must-read for anyone looking to learn the critical skills they need
for a successful career in power system operations.